Meet the Team
Care in the right hands
Adam Courchaine, DMS, PA-C
Founder & Medical Director
Adam Courchaine, DMS, PA-C is the founder and Medical Director of NuMed Direct Primary Care in Centennial, Colorado. With more than 20 years of clinical experience, his background includes internal medicine, pediatrics, geriatrics, urgent care, and comprehensive primary care.
Adam founded NuMed in 2018 after recognizing the limitations of traditional insurance-based healthcare. NuMed was created to restore a relationship-centered approach to medicine—one that prioritizes time with patients, thoughtful diagnostic evaluation, prevention, and long-term health optimization rather than reactive disease management.
Adam earned his Doctor of Medical Science from Lincoln Memorial University and his Master’s in Physician Assistant Studies from the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, cum laude, from the University of Massachusetts Amherst.
He began his career as an exercise physiologist and pulmonary technologist at Boston Children’s Hospital before transitioning into clinical medicine in 2006. Over the past two decades, his clinical experience has included internal medicine, pediatrics, geriatrics, urgent care, and comprehensive primary care.
Adam’s clinical interests include metabolic health, hormone optimization, and longevity-focused care. He has completed advanced training through Worldlink Medical in evidence-based bioidentical hormone therapy and metabolic medicine, focusing on physiologic hormone management to support cardiovascular health, metabolic function, bone integrity, and cognitive performance.
Outside of clinical practice, Adam serves as a Major in Aeromedical Medicine with the CO Army National Guard, where he has deployed in support of military operations in the Middle East and Kosovo.
When he’s not caring for patients, Adam enjoys spending time outdoors with his family and four dogs, often hiking, rucking, and staying active through functional fitness.
“NuMed was founded on a simple belief: good medicine requires time, curiosity, and a commitment to helping patients build durable long-term health.”
Adam founded NuMed in 2018 after recognizing the limitations of traditional insurance-based healthcare. NuMed was created to restore a relationship-centered approach to medicine—one that prioritizes time with patients, thoughtful diagnostic evaluation, prevention, and long-term health optimization rather than reactive disease management.
Adam earned his Doctor of Medical Science from Lincoln Memorial University and his Master’s in Physician Assistant Studies from the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, cum laude, from the University of Massachusetts Amherst.
He began his career as an exercise physiologist and pulmonary technologist at Boston Children’s Hospital before transitioning into clinical medicine in 2006. Over the past two decades, his clinical experience has included internal medicine, pediatrics, geriatrics, urgent care, and comprehensive primary care.
Adam’s clinical interests include metabolic health, hormone optimization, and longevity-focused care. He has completed advanced training through Worldlink Medical in evidence-based bioidentical hormone therapy and metabolic medicine, focusing on physiologic hormone management to support cardiovascular health, metabolic function, bone integrity, and cognitive performance.
Outside of clinical practice, Adam serves as a Major in Aeromedical Medicine with the CO Army National Guard, where he has deployed in support of military operations in the Middle East and Kosovo.
When he’s not caring for patients, Adam enjoys spending time outdoors with his family and four dogs, often hiking, rucking, and staying active through functional fitness.
“NuMed was founded on a simple belief: good medicine requires time, curiosity, and a commitment to helping patients build durable long-term health.”
Dara Courchaine, RN
REGISTERED NURSE
After earning a Bachelor of Arts from Hartwick College in 1996, Dara chose to pursue a career in nursing and completed her Registered Nurse (RN) degree at Massachusetts Bay Community College in 2003. She spent five years working on a Medical Telemetry unit at Norwood Hospital in Massachusetts, where she developed a strong clinical foundation, before transitioning into home health nursing. Through these roles, Dara gained broad experience caring for patients across the lifespan, with a particular emphasis on education, prevention, and long-term health support.
In 2019, Dara joined NuMed Direct Primary Care with a shared commitment to prioritizing health, prevention, and whole-person care. She is a Registered Nurse who serves in a patient integration and health insight role, helping patients understand their health history, reduce overwhelm, and navigate care with greater clarity and confidence. Drawing on experience in both hospital and home health settings, as well as functional medicine training through the Kresser Institute, Dara supports patients in making sense of complex information and integrating care plans into everyday life in a practical, sustainable way. Her approach is grounded, compassionate, and focused on education rather than diagnosis or treatment.
Outside of her professional role, Dara lives with her husband, Adam, their two children, and three dogs. She has a strong passion for healthy living and enjoys spending time outdoors, exploring nature, hiking, and sharing new adventures with her family.
After earning a Bachelor of Arts from Hartwick College in 1996, Dara chose to pursue a career in nursing and completed her Registered Nurse (RN) degree at Massachusetts Bay Community College in 2003. She spent five years working on a Medical Telemetry unit at Norwood Hospital in Massachusetts, where she developed a strong clinical foundation, before transitioning into home health nursing. Through these roles, Dara gained broad experience caring for patients across the lifespan, with a particular emphasis on education, prevention, and long-term health support.
In 2019, Dara joined NuMed Direct Primary Care with a shared commitment to prioritizing health, prevention, and whole-person care. She is a Registered Nurse who serves in a patient integration and health insight role, helping patients understand their health history, reduce overwhelm, and navigate care with greater clarity and confidence. Drawing on experience in both hospital and home health settings, as well as functional medicine training through the Kresser Institute, Dara supports patients in making sense of complex information and integrating care plans into everyday life in a practical, sustainable way. Her approach is grounded, compassionate, and focused on education rather than diagnosis or treatment.
Outside of her professional role, Dara lives with her husband, Adam, their two children, and three dogs. She has a strong passion for healthy living and enjoys spending time outdoors, exploring nature, hiking, and sharing new adventures with her family.
Hannah Duncan, PA-C
Physician Assistant
Hannah is a board-certified physician assistant who graduated from Bryant University’s PA program in 2017. Her clinical experience spans a variety of specialties, including adult and pediatric emergency medicine as well as dermatology. She has also served in the National Guard alongside practice owner Adam as an aeromedical physician assistant, providing care in demanding and dynamic environments.
Dedicated to patient-centered, evidence-based care, Hannah takes a holistic approach that supports the whole person—mind, body, and lifestyle. She values building strong, trusting relationships with her patients and empowering them to take an active role in their health and well-being.
Outside of work, Hannah enjoys spending time in the mountains and planning international adventures with her husband.
Dedicated to patient-centered, evidence-based care, Hannah takes a holistic approach that supports the whole person—mind, body, and lifestyle. She values building strong, trusting relationships with her patients and empowering them to take an active role in their health and well-being.
Outside of work, Hannah enjoys spending time in the mountains and planning international adventures with her husband.
Dave Jooste
CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER
Dave is a cybersecurity expert with over 15 years of experience in technology. Originally from South Africa, starting his career in covert operations, he discovered his passion for tech. In 2011, after working for the United Arab Emirates in rescue operations he moved to the United States and quickly learned that his past experiences and certifications were not recognized by United States certification authorities.
He started working as a minimum wage part-time cashier, where he learned the hard way what it meant to establish oneself in American society. He decided to accept the unspoken American dream challenge and started his path of reeducation and certification. After one year of arriving in the US, and with an additional medical background, Dave enlisted in the United States Army as a combat medic and currently serves to this day. He also engaged in certifications through the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, and civilian institutions. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems and Security, and South African education in Psychology, Industrial Psychology, and Child Psychology. His certifications include cybersecurity, forensics, networking, web development, cloud administration, business operations, criminal justice systems, ethical hacking, and threat analysis.
Dave is a cybersecurity expert with over 15 years of experience in technology. Originally from South Africa, starting his career in covert operations, he discovered his passion for tech. In 2011, after working for the United Arab Emirates in rescue operations he moved to the United States and quickly learned that his past experiences and certifications were not recognized by United States certification authorities.
He started working as a minimum wage part-time cashier, where he learned the hard way what it meant to establish oneself in American society. He decided to accept the unspoken American dream challenge and started his path of reeducation and certification. After one year of arriving in the US, and with an additional medical background, Dave enlisted in the United States Army as a combat medic and currently serves to this day. He also engaged in certifications through the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, and civilian institutions. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems and Security, and South African education in Psychology, Industrial Psychology, and Child Psychology. His certifications include cybersecurity, forensics, networking, web development, cloud administration, business operations, criminal justice systems, ethical hacking, and threat analysis.
